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Phil Tomlinson is a Professor of Industrial Strategy at the University of Bath's School of Management, Co-Director of the Centre for Governance, Regulation & Industrial Strategy (CGR&IS), and affiliated with the Institute for Policy Research (IPR). He specializes in economic governance, regional development, and place-based industrial strategies such as Smart Specialisation. His work bridges academia and policy, with contributions to European economic debates and advisory roles in government and industry.
Education:
- PhD in Economics, University of Warwick (2001)
- MSc in Economics, University of Warwick (1996)
- Bachelor of Arts in Business and Financial Economics, Staffordshire University (1995)
Research Focus: Interdisciplinary studies on regional innovation ecosystems, anchor institutions (universities/OEMs), and policy frameworks for balanced growth. Recent work explores coworking spaces, digitalization, and inclusive regional strategies.
Awards & Recognition:
- Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (2023)
- Regional Studies Association Best Referee Award (2018)
- Dean's Award for Teaching Innovation (2021)
Grants & Projects:
- ESRC-funded research on coworking spaces and regional levelling up (2023–2025)
- EPSRC 'Made Smarter Innovation' initiative (2021–2025)
Policy Engagement: Advises UK government bodies (BEIS, DfT), EU Commission, and regional authorities on industrial and innovation policy. Active in parliamentary briefings and EU territorial development initiatives.
